Bluesky has unveiled its plans to generate revenue without relying on ads, keeping the platform free for all users while developing a premium subscription option with features like profile customization tools, similar to the old days of Myspace. Paid users won’t receive special treatment or a verification badge, emphasizing equality. Bluesky also aims to introduce a tip jar for creators to monetize their content voluntarily. The social media platform recently secured $15 million in Series A funding, with a focus on enhancing user experience rather than hyperfinancialization through tokens or NFTs. With over 13 million users, including a significant number from X who switched following the service’s temporary ban in Brazil, Bluesky is gaining traction as a new social media platform.
